Labor and related costs account for more than half of the price of the
average home solar installation. But homeowners can save thousands of
dollars with this user-friendly manual, which follows the same process
professional contractors use. Through detailed directions and
step-by-step photos, veteran solar installer Joseph Burdick and seasoned
builder Philip Schmidt teach you how to determine the size, placement,
and type of installation you'll need. This comprehensive DIY guide
covers everything from assembling rooftop racking or building a
ground-mount structure to setting up the electrical connections and
making a battery bank for off-grid systems.